Pope Leo XIV (پاپ لئو چهاردهم) underwent a successful surgery at Gemelli Hospital in Rome aimed at removing the lower lobe of his right lung due to a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma. This surgery was carried out as planned on Tuesday afternoon, and according to an official announcement from the Vatican Press Office, the surgical procedure went well.
Surgery Details
The surgery involved the removal of the lower lobe of the pope's right lung using a video-assisted technique. According to the issued statement, "In order to ensure a radical removal, the lower lobe of his right lung was removed using a video-assisted technique. Tissue examination during the operation confirmed the diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, which had been suspected from pre-operative tests." The surgical procedure lasted approximately three hours in the operating room, with the actual operation taking about 90 minutes.
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Results and Post-Operative Condition
According to reports, Pope Leo became alert normally after the surgery and returned to his room on the tenth floor of the hospital after a short observation period. The surgical team was led by Professor Stefano Margaritora, in collaboration with Professor Elisa Meaki, Dr. Maria Teresa Congedo, and Dr. Leonardo Petracca Chiavarella. The anesthesia team included Professor Massimo Antonelli, Dr. Giovanni Ponzo, and Dr. Giuseppe Bello.
According to the Vatican Press Office, further tests on the removed tissue will be conducted in the coming days. Pre-operative tests also helped the doctors determine the location of the damaged tissue and the necessary surgical approach. No changes have been announced regarding the pope's one-week hospitalization duration.
After the surgery, Pope Leo requested dinner and spent the night with his secretaries and other Vatican staff. This action reflects the pope's positive mental state following the surgery.
Gemelli Polyclinic Hospital in Rome is one of the prominent medical centers that has previously provided treatments for popes. This hospital is recognized as one of the reputable centers for health and medical services and is internationally noted for its advanced equipment and experienced medical staff.
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